Publications
The Role of a Knowledge-centric Capability in Innovation: A Case Study (Book Chapter)
Abstract
Marié Cruywagen, J. Swart, W.R. Gevers. 2012.
Book Chapter
2012. Knowledge Management Innovations for Interdisciplinary Education: Organizational Applications. IGI Global.
knowledge management, knowledge-centric organisations, knowledge-centric capabilities Read book chapter here
Knowledge-centric Capabilities: A Configurational Approach (PhD Dissertation)
Abstract
Marié Cruywagen, J. Swart, W.R. Gevers.
2010.
University of Stellenbosch, South Africa.
Thesis: PhD – Business Management,
knowledge management, knowledge-centric organisations, configurational approach, systems thinking
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One Size Does Not Fit All - Towards a Typology of Knowledge-centric Organizations (Published Paper)
Abstract
Marié Cruywagen, J. Swart, W.R. Gevers.
2007.
4th International Conference on Knowledge Mangement, Cape Town.
2008.
Electronic Journal of Knowledge Management. Volume 6, Issue 2, p 101-110.
knowledge management, knowledge-centric organisations, typology, social constructionism, configurational approach, systems thinking
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A systems approach to knowledge management The contribution of a case-based approach in redressing the assumed homogeneity in knowledge management research (Conference Paper)
Abstract
A knowledge management framework based on a systemic approach could redress the problem of assumed homogeneity in knowledge management research. Such a systemic knowledge management framework will enable organisations to choose a knowledge management approach based on their own unique context and to design a knowledge management strategy that is based on the principles of systems theory. A multi-method research strategy will allow for the development of the framework using both a questionnaire and a number of field studies. Even though an inductive approach will be followed the credibility of the framework could still be asserted using the criteria set forth in the paper.
Marié Cruywagen, J. Swart, W.R. Gevers.
2006.
Paper read at the 15th EDAMBA Summer Academy, Soréze, France.
knowledge management, systems thinking, inductive research, multi-method approach
Understanding the Role of Enterprise Portals in Knowledge Management (Published Conference Paper)
Abstract
Enterprise portals have grown well beyond their original use as simple gateways to information. Initially enterprise portals provided role-based access to content and applications, but today they provide the infrastructure to build communities of practice, shared team environments and communication and collaboration environments. These enterprise portal features seem to overlap with knowledge management requirements such as the ability to create, use and disseminate knowledge throughout an organisation. But does this apparent overlap constitute knowledge management? And if the answer is no, what else is required to implement knowledge management successfully? This paper investigates the complex nature of knowledge and presents the requirements for managing knowledge using an integrated knowledge life-cycle model as framework. The mapping of enterprise portal features to the requirements for managing knowledge is subsequently used to clarify the role of enterprise portals in knowledge management. This analysis highlights that enterprise portals are just a component within the technology dimension of knowledge management. Some of the other important dimensions of knowledge management include a strategically aligned knowledge management strategy, strong knowledge leadership within the organisation, a knowledge-creating and sharing culture, measurement of the performance of the knowledge management strategy, continuous learning within the organisation, a recognised body of organisational knowledge, and integrated organisational knowledge processes.
Marié Cruywagen, L.C.H. Fourie, W.R. Gevers.
2005.
7th Annual Conference on WWW Applications. Cape Town, South Africa.
enterprise portals, knowledge management, knowledge management life-cycle